Sharjah: The Sharjah Government Communication Award (SGCA), a global annual initiative organised by the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), continues to accept submissions for its 12th edition, with winners to be announced in September 2025.
According to Emirates News Agency, this year’s award programme aims to identify and honour outstanding communication initiatives and digital content creators whose work informs, uplifts, and transforms societies globally. Recognising the power of effective messaging, the SGCA invites participants to reflect on the evolving nature of communication and its ability to shape public discourse, influence perception, and contribute to societal progress. Applications are open until 24th July, 2025.
The award comprises 23 categories across five key sectors, celebrating innovation in communication. Two categories, ‘Best Communication and Media Content’ and ‘Best Changemakers in Digital Content’, highlight the significant role media and digital content play in driving meaningful change. The SGCA honours creators, institutions, and narratives that redefine media across platforms, raising public awareness and fostering a culture of responsible, impactful communication in the digital age.
The Best Communication and Media Content category is open to government entities, private institutions, and NGOs worldwide. It commends strategically conceived communication projects with clear objectives and measurable outcomes. Eligible entries can include comprehensive public campaigns, documentary productions, podcast series, digital platforms, and influential broadcast programming.
Submissions are required to exhibit excellence in production quality and creativity, demonstrating strategic and well-planned communication. Applicants must provide evidence of measurable positive impact, such as enhanced public awareness, documented behavioural shifts, or contributions to policy development addressing societal challenges.
SGCA 2025 also features the Best Changemakers in Digital Content category, subdivided into Under 18 and Over 18 segments. The Under 18 subcategory acknowledges young individuals who use social and digital platforms to produce content that transcends entertainment, demonstrating creativity, educational value, and social responsibility. Successful entries will showcase the ability to engage communities and generate meaningful dialogue on critical issues relevant to youth, such as environmental sustainability, mental well-being, or social equity.
SGCA 2025 invites creators, organisations, and communicators from around the world to be part of this prestigious platform, one that honours content not just for how far it reaches, but for the difference it makes.